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Long Island's Last Duck Farm Faces Devastating Bird Flu Crisis

1/25/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Crescent Duck Farm, Long Island's last commercial duck farm, is grappling with a heartbreaking crisis after culling over 100,000 ducks due to a devastating bird flu outbreak. Founded in 1908, the farm's future hangs in the balance as the owner clings to hope, preserving its legacy with 10,000 quarantined eggs amid looming financial challenges.

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Historical Context

Crescent Duck Farm, Long Island's last commercial duck farm, faces a crisis after culling over 100,000 ducks due to a bird flu outbreak. This mirrors past avian influenza outbreaks, notably the H5N2 strain in 2015, which led to the culling of over 50 million birds in the U.S. These events highlight the ongoing threat of avian flu to poultry farming and food security.

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Story summary

Crescent Duck Farm, Long Island's last commercial duck farm, is grappling with a heartbreaking crisis after culling over 100,000 ducks due to a devastating bird flu outbreak. Founded in 1908, the farm's future hangs in the balance as the owner clings to hope, preserving its legacy with 10,000 quarantined eggs amid looming financial challenges.

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